Perez and 4 Formula 1 Drivers Leading the 2024 Destructors’ Championship Ahead of the British GP

• Formula 1 is one of the numerous motorsports where the outcomes are often determined by the narrowest of margins
• A paltry crash for a Formula 1 driver can result in substantial financial repercussions for a participating racing team
• Sports Brief looks at the drivers at the forefront of the 2024 Destructors' standings ahead of the British Grand Prix

As the pinnacle of motorsports, Formula 1 is a sport defined by the smallest of margins.

Every driver understands the impact a crash can have on their team, especially in the era of cost cap regulations.

The costs of engineering and creating some of the fastest cars on the track are staggering.

Many drivers on the grid are acutely aware of the financial implications of a crash or damage, which can affect their team's overall budget and hinder their ability to upgrade their cars during the season. Consequently, they strive to avoid accidents whenever possible.

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However, realistically, accidents and crashes are often unavoidable. Even when a driver is having a clean race, another driver might accidentally crash into them. Such was the case with the incidents involving Lance Stroll and the two Visa Cash App RC (VCARB) cars at the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix.

Another notable incident, which undoubtedly cost Red Bull Racing a fortune, occurred at the Monaco Grand Prix, where Kevin Magnussen collided with Sergio Perez, severely damaging Perez's RB20 car.

These dramatic events have led to the creation of the Destructors' Championship. This lighthearted ranking highlights the frequency of crashes and the substantial costs teams incur to rectify these incidents.

As Formula 1 gears up for the 2024 British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Sports Brief turns the spotlight on the current leaders of the Destructors' Championship.

2024 Formula 1 Destructors’ standings leaders

Sergio Perez - $2.9 million

The Red Bull driver leads the unwanted standings primarily due to the significant damages incurred at both the Monaco and Canadian Grand Prix.

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In Monaco, the Mexican driver experienced a frightening crash on the opening lap when Haas driver, Magnussen, made contact with his car, resulting in severe damage to his Red Bull.

Checo’s troubles continued at the Canadian Grand Prix, where he suffered another crash on lap 64. The 33-year-old driver also dealt with side pod damage at the recent Austrian Grand Prix.

Alex Albon - $2.3 million

The British-Thai driver closely trails Perez in the unfortunate standings due to a string of crashes during the 2024 season.

Albon's most notable incidents occurred at the Australian and Japanese Grand Prix. Reports from Motorsport.com indicate that the crash in Australia necessitated shipping his chassis back to the team's base in Grove for repairs.

Zhou Guanyu - $1.4 million

The Chinese driver has avoided significant crashes akin to Perez or Albon, but a series of minor nudges and damages inflicted by other drivers have still taken a toll.

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Instances like the collision with Fernando Alonso at the Austrian Grand Prix and frequent wheel-to-wheel contact have accumulated substantial damage for Zhou.

Zhou's most notable crash of the 2024 season occurred during the Free Practice session at the Saudi Grand Prix.

Logan Sargeant - $1.3 million

Despite frequently starting Grand Prix races from the back of the grid, the American driver has managed to climb to the top four of this undesirable standings.

The Williams Racing driver has endured a series of damages, resulting in car issues and, in some instances, retirements throughout the season. Sargeant was among the six drivers unable to finish the chaotic Canadian GP.

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The race at the historic Silverstone comes on the heels of an electrifying Austrian Grand Prix race.